Chianti Classico vs Brunello di Montalcino (Comparing & Tasting)

Let's compare and taste side by side two famous Italian red wines - Chianti Classico and Brunello di Montalcino. Both wines come from the same winemaking region - Tuscany. And both are either completely or predominantly made from the same grape variety - Sangiovese. How similar or different are they?
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**CONTENTS OF THIS VIDEO:
0:00 Introduction
0:54 Geography & Climate
2:47 Grape Varieties
4:51 Within the Appellation
6:09 Wine Style & Winemaking
9:05 The Tasting
12:05 The Conclusion
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Пікірлер: 100

  • @russellharbin8020
    @russellharbin80209 ай бұрын

    Very informative. I like the level of detail you go into. The quality (setting, audio and photography) of this video was excellent. Well done!

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Thank You very much! 😅 To be honest it was not easy, as filming outdoors is difficult because of the changing light. But Your comment encouraged us to continue! 🍷 Cheers!

  • @sanjinmaneslovic9555
    @sanjinmaneslovic95559 ай бұрын

    I have to say that at first it was the title of this video that drew my attention at first. But as soon as I played it I have recognized the spot where it was filmed! Amazing spot. Took some photos of it 12 years ago. Nothing changed!!! Great video, thanks!

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Thank You! And hope You enjoyed the video just as much as the fact that it was filmed at the exact same spot where You have been years ago. ✨ Beautiful environment’ ☀️

  • @jpdonovan3753
    @jpdonovan37539 ай бұрын

    Fantastic video, thank you! Loved the tasting section, which felt very real and natural.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Thank You. I try to keep tastings as honest as possible. This is where the truth about wine really lies in. 🍷

  • @niktafr
    @niktafr9 ай бұрын

    You should have your own TV show. Great information as always

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Hahahah, this might be the best and sweetest compliment lately! Thank You! 🙏🏻 Cheers! 🥂

  • @numanuma20

    @numanuma20

    9 ай бұрын

    Yes!

  • @WilmaAndersson-mb5fs

    @WilmaAndersson-mb5fs

    9 ай бұрын

    Yes, wonderful information!

  • @user-mx1lx3yl6s

    @user-mx1lx3yl6s

    Ай бұрын

    Agnese, tu esi Sangiovese 🍷 vīna šķirņu izcilākā eksperte. Ak jā, tu esi 💋 😘

  • @bantau88
    @bantau885 ай бұрын

    Great data and setting thank You

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    5 ай бұрын

    NO, thank You! 🙏🏻 So happy You enjoyed it! 🍷

  • @dave7mm083
    @dave7mm0839 ай бұрын

    As many have already said, this is one of your best vids to date. Great shots, excellent editing, coherent information, and beautifully delivered. Nice work!

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Thank You for that. I would like to mention, that not all of this was my work, video and editing is done by my husband, so compliments to him too! 🍷 Cheers!

  • @dave7mm083

    @dave7mm083

    9 ай бұрын

    @@NoSediment be sure to let him know. It's a great team effort!

  • @Blue_8800
    @Blue_8800Ай бұрын

    I highly recommend to visit La Fortuna winery in Montalcino,such a lovely and traditional family with amazing wine...it is gem among the commer ial set ups

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    Ай бұрын

    Thank You for recommendation! Cheers! 🙌💯

  • @tantaihuynh1509
    @tantaihuynh15099 ай бұрын

    Amazing explanation. Thank you.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Thank You! 🙏🏻

  • @montegrifo
    @montegrifo2 ай бұрын

    Ah, the poetry of wine tasting...I need some wine to appreciate fully😂

  • @Jonnhy99
    @Jonnhy999 ай бұрын

    Nice video, the first time I had wine from Isole e Olena was the Cepparello and that had one of the best cherry notes ever. I'm glad to hear the Chianti carries the same good DNA when it comes to that also since I'll be picking it up today. Cheers

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Actually for me typical Chianti Classico will have beautiful bright cherry nose, I love it a lot. 🍷🍷🍷 Cheers!

  • @johankrii5977
    @johankrii59779 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for a great review. Just got a bottle of Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso 2018 from one of my friends.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Thank You for the comment! 🙏🏻 Did You get to open and enjoy the wine as well? Or is it set aside for later?

  • @johankrii5977

    @johankrii5977

    8 ай бұрын

    @@NoSediment It is set aside for later 😀

  • @carlcadregari7768
    @carlcadregari77689 ай бұрын

    Have to be two of my favorite reds. Brunello was my epiphany wine, the style that started my wine journey. Love the information and comparisons. Cheers.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Great to hear that! For me Brunello has always been wine I enjoyed, while Chianti Classico took some time for me. Though now, I think they offer great value for the highest quality. 🍷

  • @sipsandsights
    @sipsandsights7 ай бұрын

    I wouldnt put these two for a battle. The time chianti spends in oak and bottle would better match against rosso di montalcino. Both are similar, lighter, medium body than brunello that ages for 5 years. Same as i wouldnt put chianti vs amarone. But amarone vs brunello why not. I tried yesterday chianti, rosso and brunello. And rosso tastes amazing.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    7 ай бұрын

    For me, it is not the maturation that defines wine. I also think that majority of Rosso is nowhere close the quality of Chianti Classico. Therefore it seemed more logical. 😉

  • @numanuma20
    @numanuma209 ай бұрын

    Why are we leaving out Vino Nobile di Montepulciano? Actually, don’t talk about it so that the prices stay affordable.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Hahahah, I actually wanted to make a video dedicated only to Vino Nobile, but decided to have this one first. Don’t worry, it is coming! 😉😉😉

  • @numanuma20

    @numanuma20

    9 ай бұрын

    @@NoSedimentNoo! It will shoot the prices up and the riservas will be expensive. It’s my favorite wine of Tuscany and I’m excited to see Vino Nobile’s Pieve category.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    @@numanuma20 I wouldn’t worry, if I were You. I don’t think No Sediment channel has that traction! 😅

  • @numanuma20

    @numanuma20

    9 ай бұрын

    @@NoSediment😊 It’s an underrated region in Tuscany.

  • @user-mx1lx3yl6s

    @user-mx1lx3yl6s

    Ай бұрын

    Agnese Es priecājos kā suns, ieraugot savu saimnieku. Katru reizi, kad skatos tavus videoklipus, es smaidu, slaistos un luncinu asti.

  • @mickeylee2624
    @mickeylee26249 ай бұрын

    Love these comparisons just as I am about to dive into a Vino Nobile di Montepulciano vs. a Brunello! How would you describe Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and Morellino di Scansano in the spectrum of the Tuscan Sangioveses?

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    I guess there comes next topics! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 thank You for suggestion! 😅

  • @stroopwafel6141
    @stroopwafel61419 ай бұрын

    Your video makes want to go back to Italy straightaway. I was there two months ago, although it was too hot for savouring some fine red wines. You highlighted the differences quite well, I think. Unfortunately Brunello got expensive. If one likes Sangiovese, Chianti Classico and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano are good cheaper alternatives.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Yes, many have expressed this issue with Brunello wines, unfortunately. I think Chianti Classic do offer great value, but of what I have understood they are heading the same way (and the top producers now also can cost a three digit number). So I guess we should enjoy the wine while we can! 😉

  • @HolmScott
    @HolmScott9 ай бұрын

    Very good, I need to add more Italian wine to my cellar

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    I think for sure. 👌

  • @alexlarsen6413
    @alexlarsen64139 ай бұрын

    Chianti might be Classico but your video is fantastico! Don't know when you were filming this but I'm currently in Tuscany

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😂😂 Your comment made me smile, such a great rhyme. It really made my day. 🤗🤗🤗

  • @alexlarsen6413

    @alexlarsen6413

    9 ай бұрын

    @@NoSediment My job is done then. :)

  • @kriskemp4952
    @kriskemp49527 ай бұрын

    You are great!

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    7 ай бұрын

    Thank You! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 and cheers! 🍷✨

  • @QualeQualeson
    @QualeQualeson9 ай бұрын

    Never had Brunello. I really want to, but every time I browse it the prices makes me balk. I don't know if it's the selection/supply, or if Brunello is considered a finer wine. But whatever the reason, I'd have to fork out 2-3 times more than I've ever spent on a single bottle to get to try an excellent Brunello.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    That is the problem with fine wine nowadays. I liked my conversation with Andrew Jefford- and he briefly touched on this subject. And the saddest part here is that, in long run I think the wine prices will continue to rise. 😩

  • @QualeQualeson

    @QualeQualeson

    9 ай бұрын

    @@NoSediment Agreed. And I don't want to spread doom and gloom, but you don't have to look very closely at geopolitical prognosis to get that the price of fine wine might be the least of our worries in a not too distant future.

  • @welshtoro3256

    @welshtoro3256

    9 ай бұрын

    Agree that Brunello is too expensive and we aren't alone in that estimation judging from the comments.

  • @MrFlorinC
    @MrFlorinC9 ай бұрын

    Nice video! I feel like Brunello is having a quality/price ratio problem these days. I like them, but to be honest a lot of them don't punch way above a good Chianti Classico or Nobile de Montepulciano. So most often than not I am opting for 2x Excellent Chianti Reservas instead of a Brunello. I drank Biondi Santi two times now, and for the life of me, I don't understand the hype around that wine except it's historic aspect. In today's post-Covid world with rampant inflation , we should be looking at the value in wine more often than not ( at least us normal mortal wage slaves ). For me personally, I find much more value in good Chinatis, Morellino's, Vino Nobiles etc than in a Brunello. PS: Doen't Brunello also have "Vino Rosso di Montepulciano" as entry level ? You mentioned just Brunello & Brunello Reserva....

  • @welshtoro3256

    @welshtoro3256

    9 ай бұрын

    Yep, I pretty much agree. Decent Brunello is too expensive for what you get these days. Plus, you have to age it for ten years at least before you get the goods. I have some decent bottles ageing away but they aren't likely to be replaced. I completely agree about value in wine and that is going to play an important role in wine I'm sure. The French, Italians, Spanish are drinking far less wine these days and I'm sure that has to do with perceived poor value.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    It is actually quite confusing for me, because where I live I can easy buy Brunello for below 50 Eur, and even though it is still very expensive, it is way lover of compared to Burgundy, Bordeaux or Barolo. Biondi-Santi is a extreme example though, because majority of Brunello’s will not venture in that price category. 😬😬😬 hopefully not soon.. 😆

  • @allanrinaldipaone9850
    @allanrinaldipaone98509 ай бұрын

    We used to say "All politics is local" so Sangiovese really shouldn't be blended with foreign grapes. Spot on they can be overpowered easily, so who needs more big purple wines. They should be svelte and elegant or something like lovely Latvian ladies.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    I try to keep open mind towards a winemaking and blending options. But I recently tasted a Chianti Classico with Cabernet Sauvignon, and indeed Sangiovese was overpowered by it, and I kept asking myself, what would I say in the blind tasting about this wine?

  • @atamo4323
    @atamo43239 ай бұрын

    Great info on riserva and gran seleccion being different in style rather than quality. It would be great to have a tasting to show us the difference. Also contrast it with Spanish reserva and gran reserva differences.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Indeed, yes, we should have to make a tasting of different styles of Chianti Classics. Thank You. 😁 As regards comparing them with other Riservas/Reservas that would be interesting, but I wonder is it fair, as in each country/region this terms means different things. In some areas producers can even freely use it without any restrictions. 🤷‍♀️

  • @atamo4323

    @atamo4323

    9 ай бұрын

    @@NoSediment true true.

  • @BernhardSchwarz-xs8kp
    @BernhardSchwarz-xs8kp5 ай бұрын

    As always - very informative, presented professionally, and supported by great visuals. Yes - the wine industry is going through a very drastic change away from the original dominance of the "Chateaux and Domains owned and operated by the leading winemakers to global marketing and PR organization. It started with the 2 buck Chuck - Charles Shaw - the wine merchant of Trader Joe. Volume at an affordable price is the name of the game. In order to increase the market potential - many organic wine options have been added and the distribution is pushed ahead on a global basis. Needless to say - the impact this change in the market strategies will have a big impact on the way whines are produces at by the wine growing businesses.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank You very much for Your comment. We might be loosing some of the romance associated in wine, I think, and some of those great personalities as well. 😳

  • @janenuss6
    @janenuss69 ай бұрын

    I miss Tuscany ❤

  • @numanuma20

    @numanuma20

    9 ай бұрын

    Same. Went there in March as part of a big trip and had a blast in Montepulciano.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    It is a really beautiful wine making region, filled with rich culture! 🍷

  • @welshtoro3256
    @welshtoro32569 ай бұрын

    Fascinating comparison and the results of the tasting rather revealing. In all honesty if we were to compare like for like I'm sure it would be a guessing game. We have to take into consideration the producer, the vineyard, age, etc. It's a sad fact that the best Brunello's need quite substantial ageing before they hit their best. 2017 still needs a bit of time so I wasn't surprised about the result. Great video though. It's a lovely part of the world and I'm sure you're enjoying yourself. WT

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    In all respect, I will disagree and I also talked about this in the video. Brunello’s are released quite late and already matured. I would say that is a myth that it needs a substantial ageing, and in this case I would say - it showed way too much evolution already. 🍷 But thank You for the comment and keeping the conversation and discussion on wine live! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @welshtoro3256

    @welshtoro3256

    9 ай бұрын

    @@NoSediment That's fine Agnes. What I love about wine is the discussion. We don't always have to agree but I think we agree that a good Brunello is a lovely wine. 😁

  • @DrinkinItIn
    @DrinkinItIn9 ай бұрын

    Isole e Olena is my favorite Chianti Classico, no doubt.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    True! Great wine and highly respected producer, for sure! 🍷

  • @HStaning
    @HStaning8 ай бұрын

    Love Italian wine!

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    8 ай бұрын

    Me too, great wines they make! 🍷

  • @user-mx1lx3yl6s
    @user-mx1lx3yl6sАй бұрын

    I love ❤️ you Agnese ❤️ forever ♥️

  • @waterpure8964
    @waterpure89649 ай бұрын

    I’ve divided in wine via chianti and brunello is my fav.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    😅😅

  • @seminky5341
    @seminky53419 ай бұрын

    I had a phase drinking wine from sangiovese grape. My conclusion is that Chiati is really an entry level wine of italy. Chianti classico and chianti riserva is only comparible to Rosso montalcino. I dont know whay buy even rosso montalcino is fsr superior then any chianti.

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    I really do hope You give at least Chianti Classico another chance. I definitely don’t feel that it is in any way inferior to Brunello wines. At this point it is really a different style. 🍷 Cheers!

  • @TheAricko
    @TheAricko9 ай бұрын

    We get selected imports in the states, and it depends on the distributors and the big stores and online sales. Last five Chianti Classicos bitter, weak. Last two Gran Selleziones were worse. Last five Brunello di Montalchinos were good to great. I need to find better distributors!

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    I am so sorry to hear that. But also, maybe You are just not a fan of Chianti Classico wines? Or maybe You should look specifically for trustworthy producers? Anyway, I hope You get to find some great Chianti Classico’s soon. 🙏🏻

  • @MYWINEEXPERIENCE
    @MYWINEEXPERIENCE9 ай бұрын

    👍

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    🥂🥂🥂

  • @Le_Chambertin
    @Le_Chambertin9 ай бұрын

    When you see deeply coloured brunello, Run!!!!

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    I imagine a nice music following that “run” part! 🍷🍷🍷

  • @juvenalvences374
    @juvenalvences37423 күн бұрын

    Un abraso para ti linda muger me gusta mucho tomar vinos❤❤❤

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    23 күн бұрын

    Thank You! 🍷

  • @juvenalvences374

    @juvenalvences374

    23 күн бұрын

    @@NoSediment etoy contigo ❤️

  • @juvenalvences374

    @juvenalvences374

    23 күн бұрын

    Gracias me la paso muy vien contigo

  • @dougie_big_bo
    @dougie_big_bo9 ай бұрын

    Are u related to guga meat? I hear the same intro 😂

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Who is guga meat?

  • @danielmagg6096
    @danielmagg60969 ай бұрын

    poor vinonobile ... always gets left out ;0)

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    No, no, no. I am so sorry, we actually wanted to make a video of Vino Nobile, but decided for this one first. Vino Nobile is coming soon! 🍷

  • @TobaccoWine11
    @TobaccoWine119 ай бұрын

    Hannibal Lecter likes Chianti and fava beans

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Hahahah, slurp, slurp, slurp! 🍷

  • @georgenikolopoulos3436

    @georgenikolopoulos3436

    4 ай бұрын

    In the book, Dr. Lecter likes Amarone.@@NoSediment

  • @9557catfish
    @9557catfish9 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the great video and absolutely interesting topic! I also found it super difficult when blind taste and differentiate Chianti Classico vs. Brunello di Montalcino 🥲🥲 By the way, Gran Selezione particularly should contain at least 90% of Sangiovese + only indigenous black grape varieties as of 2022 - just wanted to share with everyone ☺

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Thank You for adding this here! 🙌🙌🙌

  • @superpapapants4800

    @superpapapants4800

    8 ай бұрын

    From what I find it’s 80% sangiovese until 2027 when it becomes 90% unless you have some info that will correct me. Thanks.

  • @VektrumSimulacrum
    @VektrumSimulacrum9 ай бұрын

    These types of videos compel me to experiment with whatever grapes I can get close by. The Crimson Red seedless grape is the current victim (with a pinch of Red Star Premier Classique thrown in for science) Some day... some day I'll get my hands on real wine grapes. 🍷🤌

  • @NoSediment

    @NoSediment

    9 ай бұрын

    Many in my country experiment with different fruit and even vegetables, because wine grapes don’t grow here. I think it can be a lot of fun. 🎈

  • @VektrumSimulacrum

    @VektrumSimulacrum

    9 ай бұрын

    @@NoSediment My most recent test I ended today (the table grapes) It was interesting. It went from alcoholic grape soda flavored...to nearly flavorless. The combo of being non- wine grapes and the aggressive yeast I felt needed to be used left it void of pretty much anything.